Kanchanjunga Trekking
This is a highly adventurous trek that takes you through some of the most rugged mountainous terrain on earth which culminates in divine respect at the feet of the 3rd highest peak in the world.....Mt. Kanchenjunga-8586M.
The trails take you across contrasting sceneries that vary from the subtropical lowlands to stunning glacial plateaus at real high altitudes that pour into pristine valleys and beautiful Rhododendron forests. that gives mind blowing experiences of how varied nature can be and the power it radiates on the senses.
The translation of Kanchenjunga literally means “Five treasures of the Snow” and the main peak is 8586m high. You trek to the base camps of the world's third highest peak. It provides you spectacular views of Jannu from the Mirgin La. The tranquil villages on the borders of Sikkim and Tibet add other dimensions to this highly adventurous trek. This is a superb trek to the foot of Kangchenjunga (8586m), a huge massif situated in the far northeast corner of Nepal on the borders of Sikkim and Tibet. The region is one of the pristine high mountain areas in Nepal and your trek takes you through magnificent and varied scenery to the Base Camps on both the north and south sides of this vast mountain.
Your journey to this area starts from the tropical lowlands through great rhododendron forests and lovely villages of east Nepal up to the glacier and overwhelming views. A trek to the south and north faces of the world’s third highest peak offers fantastic mountain views, including Everest. One of the most remote and beautiful areas in Nepal, which was unused to foreign visitors, still lies shrouded in sacred mystery. The features of the walk are its pleasant friendly villages with different ethnic groups and then as the trails rise in the high regions, you see glorious mountains and abundant wildlife in varied forms. The trails climb from 1200 meters (4,000ft) to 5180 meters (17,094 ft) above sea level. This is a purely camping trek where one gets to see and interact with various cultures, societies and the nature of the place along which one treads.
Facts of the trek
Duration of the Trek: 25 Days,
Highest Point: 5180 m.
Grade: Strenuous
No. of Pax: +2
Types of Trek: Camping Trek only
Best Season: Spring, Autumn.
Himalayan Sights :-excellent panaromic view of Mt. Everest , Makalu and Kanchanjungha etc.
Culture:- sherpa, Rai, Limbu and gurung etc.
Other attraction of the Trek:- Traditional types of houses in village, monasteries, Close mountain Views and Himalayan wild animal such as Musk deer, Blusheep etc.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Flight Kathmandu – Biratnagar (terai valley nearer India border).
Day 03: Early morning fly to Suketar (2300m). Trek to Phurumba (1700m)
Day 04: Trek to Chirwa (1190m).
Day 05: Trek to Sakathum (1640m).
Day 06: Trek to Amjilassa (2490m).
Day 07: Trek to Gyabla (2730m).
Day 08: Trek to Gunsa (3430m).
Day 09: Trek to Khambachen (4040m).
Day 10: Rest day and acclimatization at Khambachen.
Day 11: Trek to Lhonak (4790m).
Day 12: Trek to Pang Pema (5180m).
Day 13: Trek to Ramtang.
Day 14: Trek to Ghunsa.
Days 15 - 17: Trekking from Ghunsa to reach Ramche at 4620m.
Day 18: Trek to Tseram (3870m).
Day 19: Trek to Toranton (2990m).
Day 20: Trek to Yamphudin (1690m).
Day 21: Trek to Khesewa (1960m).
Day 22: Trek to Lali Kharka (2220m).
Day 23: Trek to Suketar (2300m).
Day 24: Fly Taplejung/Biratnagar/Kathmandu.
Day 25: Final Departure.
Price : Contact us
Notes: The departure schedule can be changed on any avoidable circumstance such as weather, hazards, natural changes of walking track, road slides and avalanches, public strikes etc.
Cost Includes
- Airport pick up and drop.
- Hotel in Kathmandu & Biratnagar with B.B Plan
- National Park permit and Tims cards permit
- All meal while in trekking days (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) in both types of trekking
- Hot drinks (Tea / Coffee. Three times a day, only cup)
- Guide and Porter
- Staffs salary, food, accommodation and equipments
- Ground Transport
- Airport tax in Kathmandu, Biratnagar & Taplejung domestic airport
- Staff's Insurance
- All necessaries camping equipments and staffs for camping trekking
- Down jacket and sleeping bags
- Camping charge or fee in trekking routes
Cost Excludes
- Personal expenses
- Personal equipments / medicine
- Travel Insurance
- All meal while in Kathmandu & Pokhara Hotel (Lunch & Dinner)
- Drinks (Water, alcoholic drinks, soft drinks etc.)
- Snacks and chocolates
- Tips for staffs
- Clients Domestic flight ticket fair and also guide and cook (KTM - Biratnagar -Taplejung and Taplejung - Biratnagar - KTM)
- International flights and departure taxes and visa fees
- Extra staffs wages and luggage charge in camping trek.
You can inquiry about domestic air fair
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